Papaver orientale - 'Cedric Morris' (Papaver, Poppy)

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Type	Herbaceous flower, Deciduous, Flowering
Form	Ground-Hugging Rounded Clump
Size	Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours	Dark pink Flowers (Summer), Medium green Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness	Frost hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth	Medium Growing Plant
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Papaver orientale Description

This perennial poppy produces a clump of lance shaped foliage, followed by masses of short lived orange flowers in May to June. Ideally planted along side other herbaceous plants and grasses.

Papaver orientale - Cultivation Notes

Perennial poppy prefers a sheltered position in full sun, flourishing on any well drained, fertile garden soil including relatively chalky soils. After flowering cut back foliage to encourage a new flush of attractive leaves for late summer. Divide in autumn / spring every 3 -5 years and mulch occasionally in winter to feed.

Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Papaver orientale:

Sun loving drought tolerant plant
All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils

Design & Plant Use for Papaver orientale:

Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting

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